PIH Health Hospital - Downey

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PIH Health Hospital - Downey is a hospital located in Downey, California, United States. It is a part of the PIH Health system, a nonprofit regional healthcare delivery network.

History[edit | edit source]

The hospital was originally established as Downey Community Hospital in 1920. It was later renamed Downey Regional Medical Center before becoming part of the PIH Health system in 2013.

Services[edit | edit source]

PIH Health Hospital - Downey offers a wide range of medical services, including emergency medicine, cardiology, orthopedics, obstetrics and gynecology, and pediatrics. It also provides specialized services such as cancer care, stroke care, and diabetes management.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

The hospital has a 24-hour emergency department, an intensive care unit, and a maternity ward. It also houses a radiology department, a laboratory, and a pharmacy. The hospital's cancer center offers comprehensive cancer care, including radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and surgical oncology.

Affiliations[edit | edit source]

PIH Health Hospital - Downey is affiliated with several educational institutions for medical training and research, including the University of Southern California and the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Awards and recognition[edit | edit source]

The hospital has received numerous awards and recognition for its services. It has been recognized by the American Heart Association for its excellence in stroke care and heart failure treatment.

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